Thursday, October 6, 2016

CAS(E) This Sketch 193!

It's time for a new challenge at CAS(E) This Sketch!  Sometimes before I sit down to actually make a card for a particular challenge an idea comes to me that I can't get out of my head.  For this card it was burlap.  When that happens I have no choice but to proceed with my idea!



I do love some good texture on a card and what's better than a little burlap?  I'll admit it is a little tricky to stick down but the extra glue is worth it.  I love how it's a bit rustic and then with a few elegant die cuts I've got a cool juxtaposition.

My colors come from the Cupcake Inspiration challenge.  They were looking for a color they call "chestnut" and, of course, I don't really have any colors in my stash that could accurately be called "chestnut."  This is a shame since it's a very nice color.  I did manage to find some card stock that seemed close but I have no idea what it is since I got it as a freebie at a local scrapbooking store.


I've been making an abundance of thank you cards lately because I always need a lot of those at the end of the year, but I think I need to go back to Christmas cards so stay tuned for that!  In the meantime don't forget to check out our challenge at CAS(E) This Sketch.  I hope you can join us in the gallery!

Thanks for stopping!'

Supplies
Stamps:  Label Love (Altenew)
Paper:  Kraft, Hawaiian Shores (Papertrey Ink)
Ink:  Kraft (Papertrey Ink)
Accessories:  Feuillages Ajourés die; Physalis die (Simply Graphic); burlap

16 comments:

Linda Callahan said...

Soooo cool! And I love those diecuts!

designbydonna said...

Jen, I love your card. That pop of aqua is great. I was inspired by your use of burlap, I had to case it for my entry at CAS(E) This Sketch.

Naki said...

I too love using a little bit of burlap on my cards, and yes! extra glue is totally worth it! This card is so pretty, the colors worked so very well, and the design is just stunning! Thank you so much for sharing with us over at Cupcake Inspirations!

Indy's Designs said...

Oh love all the different textures you used! Great use of this week's colors at Cupcake Inspirations!
Debbie, DT Sweetie

Leigh Penner said...

This is beautiful, Jen! I love the texture and your wonderful take on the sketch!

donna mikasa said...

So pretty, Jen! Love the color combo and all the texture!

Unknown said...

Beautiful card! Thanks for joining us at Cupcake Inspirations. - Eva, DT -

Kara Lynne said...

Glad you followed your idea, the burlap looks great and I love the pop of color!

Sandy said...

Lovely card! Perfect for this time of year. Burlap was a great idea! Thank you for sharing in our challenge this week!
-Sandy, DT

Marisa said...

LOVE this, Jen!!!

desperatehousewifecraft said...

How clever to use burlap! Such a beautiful down to earth card.

I Card Everyone said...

I'm in love with the texture that fab burlap has given, Jen ... always go with your gut - it never fails you! xx
=]

Jacquie Southas said...

Love the texture of the burlap and gorgeous pop of the aqua!

Silke Ledlow said...

BEAUTIFUL take on the sketch!!!

Lisa Elton said...

Ohhhh, the texture is FUN!! This is very pretty Jen, love the pop of aqua!

FreeToBeMe..LisaJ said...

Jen,

I love it especially the burlap such a great take on the sketch.........